Lucky In Love's Color Guide: Something Blue

Feeling the blues? According to color analyst, Leatrice Eiseman of MoreAliveWithColor.com, those who love the shade of blue are typically gentle, loyal and discreet individuals. Much like a clear blue sky or the peaceful waves of the ocean, the color blue brings a sense of peace and tranquility to any setting, which makes blue an ideal shade for your wedding. Leatrice also says that people drawn to the color blue also form strong attachments. And what attachment is stronger than the vow of marriage?

Like the other colors we've already analyzed, blue also comes in many shades and tones. So if you choose to go blue, follow our guide to picking the right shade for you. (Hey, that rhymed).

COLOR: BLUE

For those of you with light hair and skin tones, light blue shades like sky blue or periwinkle are the right tones for you. This light shade of blue will make blue eyes look even bluer as they twinkle next to the soft and sweet color. This shade also pairs extremely well with crystals and rhinestone jewelry pieces.

Women with golden brown hair and hazel eyes look amazing in teal or peacock shades of blue. Plus this particular shade of blue pairs well with bright florals in complementary jewel tones like deep purple, magenta, royal blue, and chartreuse green.

Royal blue is an excellent color for women with varying skin tones. If you have bridesmaids who cover the gamut of skin complexions, royal blue is a great basic color that looks good on most women. Plus it's a great evening shade because it can stand out in against dark lighting.

Navy is a fantastic color for anyone who thinks black is their most complementary color. You may not want black as your wedding color, especially if you are planning a daytime wedding so navy offers the perfect alternative and looks especially good on women with light skin and raven hair.



Left: Acetate Jersey Gown from BCBG
Top Center: Maggy London Cutaway Silk Dress from Nordstrom
Top Right: Satin One-Shoulder Gown with Beading from Cache
Bottom Center Left: Jim Hjelm Occasions Style: #JH5731
Bottom Center Right: Jim Hjelm Occasions Style: #JH5679
Bottom Right: Jim Hjelm Occasions gown Style: #JH5718


Top Left: Bouquet made of hydrangeas, tweedia, larkspur, thistle and dusty miller from Brides
Top Right: Blue tablesetting from Brides
Bottom Right: Grape hyacinth boutonniere from Brides
Bottom Left: Blue glass vase from Brides
Bottom Center Left: Blue Martini from Brides
Bottom Center Right: Nautical cake from Brides

Top Left: Turquoise vases from Plum Party
Top Right: Napkins
Bottom Left: Gumball Dispenser from Estilo Weddings
Bottom Center Left: Magnolia mosaic hurricane lamp from Plum Party
Bottom Right: Lanterns from Plum Party
Bottom Center Right: Metal Boats from Estilo Weddings


Top Left: Marble cake from Martha Stewart Weddings
Top Right: Asian cake from Martha Stewart Weddings
Bottom Left: Turquoise cupcakes from Martha Stewart Weddings
Bottom Center: Ornate white trimmed baby blue cake from Martha Stewart Weddings
Bottom Right: Polkadot blue and white cake from Martha Stewart Weddings


Top Left: Glass coasters from Estilo Weddings
Top Right: Starfish Glass Candle Holders/Dishes from Estilo Weddings
Bottom: Chocolate truffles from Beau-Coup

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